@Kieran Collings - I'm an investor, flipper, and own and run a local property management company.  

Yes, there are property management companies, but not sure if I would 100% trust them. 

@Jeffery Jones As someone who owns 6 single-family homes under the Section 8 program and runs a property management company that manages over 100 Section 8 properties, I’ve learned a lot about the ins and outs of the program—not just the idealized version often shared on social media.If done correctly, Section 8 can be a great way to diversify a portfolio.

If its a volunteer fire company you may be able to donate the house to them for the purpose of training and get a tax deduction .

My mortgage increased earlier this year as my home owners insurance went up due to the company closing and my escrow didn’t have enough to make up the difference so I’m kind of pay check to pay check right now.

Understand that they are doing this to make a profit, so it will be more expensive than coordinating maintenance yourself.It may be a decent program for a DIY owner that wants to just outsource maintenance, but you will have the same maintenance issues with this company that you would with a PMC:1) Higher costs2) Admins answering the phones & assigning work, that just know the basics about maintenance.

For out-of-state investing, find a trustworthy property management company and network with local real estate investor groups.

I’m pretty sure Zillow has a policy where they remove old photos, but I haven’t figured out the rhyme or reason for where and why they do it.Detroit is pretty block to block.

Perhaps going to the local building department or title company to see who the big land buyers are in your area would be helpful for starting to discuss the idea with someone nearby?

There are property management companies that handle everything—from guest check-ins to maintenance—so you don’t have to worry about being hands-on.